School and Education in Lebanese Arabic
Learn Arabic vocabulary by topic with Arabic script, phonemic transcription (pronunciation), English translation, and audio.
The Human Body and Describing People in Palestinian Arabic
Learn Arabic vocabulary by topic with Arabic script, phonemic transcription (pronunciation), English translation, and audio.
Romy in the Lebanese Countryside
Romy tells us about an afternoon in a village with Feyrouz and a missing sheep.
Lebanese Arabic Song: Majnoun (Ramy Ayach)
Learn Lebanese Arabic with Ramy Ayach’s hit song Majnoun (video with lyrics, English translation, and language notes).
Lebanese Arabic Script and Phonemic Transcription Guide
Table of Contents This reference explains the spelling and phonemic transcription conventions used in Lingualism materials to represent Lebanese Arabic pronunciation clearly and consistently. It is intended for learners using any of our Lebanese Arabic books or study materials that include phonemic transcription. This guide does not teach the Arabic alphabet or basic reading skills.
intermediate lessons
Lebanese Arabic Intermediate Mini-Lesson: Navigating History and Heartache
Discover how Lebanese Arabic uses ما عاد (“no longer” / “never… again”) to express endings, loss, and lasting change.
elementary lessons
Lebanese Arabic Elementary Mini-Lesson: Daily Routines
Learn how Lebanese Arabic uses the present tense with the b- prefix to describe everyday routines and habitual actions.
intermediate lessons
Lebanese Arabic Intermediate Mini-Lesson: Expressing Mixed Feelings
Learn how Lebanese Arabic expresses mixed feelings with the natural phrase شُعور مُزْدَوج, perfect for describing bittersweet emotions.
elementary lessons
Levantine Arabic Elementary Mini-Lesson: The Blessing of Hands
Go beyond “thank you” by learning the Levantine Arabic blessing يِسْلموا إيدَيْك, used to honor someone’s effort and craftsmanship.
intermediate lessons
Syrian Arabic Intermediate Mini-Lesson: Making Plans with Friends
In this lesson, you’ll learn how Syrians casually suggest activities, make plans, and invite friends to hang out.
elementary lessons
Levantine Arabic Elementary Mini-Lesson: “I Want”
In this lesson, you’ll learn how to express your needs and make polite requests in a Lebanese setting.
Levantine Arabic Pronunciation
Learn how to pronounce Levantine Arabic and read the phonemic transcription used in Lingualism materials.
Levantine Arabic Orthography
Learn how to read the Arabic script and tashkeel (voweling) used in Lingualism materials.